Category: Fiction

Books, Fantasy, Fiction, Folklore, Middle East Author, Novel, Romance, YA

These Infinite Threads by Tahereh Mafi is a YA epic fantasy with romantic elements inspired by Persian mythology, and the second book in the This Woven Kingdom series (4/5 stars)

Ashleah

These Infinite ThreadsThis Woven Kingdom, #2by Tahereh Mafinarrated by Kate Reading(post may contain affiliate links) These Infinite Threads by Tahereh Mafi is a YA epic fantasy with romantic elements inspired by Persian mythology, and the second book in the This Woven Kingdom series. I listened to the audiobook, which is narrated by Kate Reading. We follow… Continue reading These Infinite Threads by Tahereh Mafi is a YA epic fantasy with romantic elements inspired by Persian mythology, and the second book in the This Woven Kingdom series (4/5 stars)

Books, Contemporary, Fiction, Neurodivergence, Novel, Queer, Romance, Sports Romance, Trans

Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner is a sapphic contemporary sports romance featuring neurodivergent soccer players (4/5 stars)

Ashleah

Cleat Cuteby Meryl Wilsnernarrated by Dana Varden & Zim Avaltrades(post may contain affiliate links) Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner is a sapphic contemporary sports romance featuring neurodivergent soccer players. I listened to the audiobook, which is narrated by Dana Varden and Zim Avaltrades. We follow our two main characters with alternating points-of-view. Soccer star Grace is… Continue reading Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner is a sapphic contemporary sports romance featuring neurodivergent soccer players (4/5 stars)

Books, Contemporary, Erotic Romance, Fiction, Mafia Romance, Neurodivergence, Novel, Romance, Suspense/Thriller

Twisted Secrets by Katee Robert is a contemporary mafia romantic suspense and the third book in The O’Malleys series (4/5 stars)

Ashleah

Twisted SecretsThe O'Malleys, #3by Katee Robert(post may contain affiliate links) Twisted Secrets by Katee Robert is a contemporary mafia romantic suspense and the third book in The O'Malleys series. The book jumps between several points of view chapters, including our two main love interests. Olivia is the half-daughter of the former boss of the Russian mob… Continue reading Twisted Secrets by Katee Robert is a contemporary mafia romantic suspense and the third book in The O’Malleys series (4/5 stars)

Books, Fiction, Mystery, Novel, Suspense/Thriller

Pretend You Don’t See Her by Mary Higgins Clark is a mystery/thriller from one of the greats (3.25/5 stars)

Ashleah

Pretend You Don't See Herby Mary Higgins Clark(post may contain affiliate links) Pretend You Don't See Her by Mary Higgins Clark is a mystery/thriller from one of the greats. We alternate between the point of view from multiple characters. Lacey is moving up the ladder in Manhattan real estate. While showing a luxury condo, she is… Continue reading Pretend You Don’t See Her by Mary Higgins Clark is a mystery/thriller from one of the greats (3.25/5 stars)

Asian Author, Books, Contemporary, Cozy Mystery, Fiction, Mystery, Novel, Queer, Trans

Murder and Mamon by Mia P. Manansala is a contemporary cozy mystery and the fourth book in the Tita Rosie’s Kitchen series (4/5 stars)

Ashleah

Murder and MamonTita Rosie's Kitchen Mystery, #4by Mia P. Manansala(post may contain affiliate links) Murder and Mamon by Mia P. Manansala is a contemporary cozy mystery and the fourth book in the Tita Rosie's Kitchen series. Lila's three godmothers--the "Calendar Crew" made up of April, Mae, and June--are celebrating the opening of their new laundromat. Unfortunately,… Continue reading Murder and Mamon by Mia P. Manansala is a contemporary cozy mystery and the fourth book in the Tita Rosie’s Kitchen series (4/5 stars)

Books, Fiction, Horror, Neurodivergence, Novel, Queer, Satire

Not Forever, But For Now by Chuck Palahniuk is an absurdist horror satire novel (2.5/5 stars)

Ashleah

Not Forever, But For Nowby Chuck Palahniuknarrated by Raphael Corkhill(post may contain affiliate links) Not Forever, But For Now by Chuck Palahniuk is an absurdist horror satire novel. The audiobook is narrated by Raphael Corkhill. Otto and Cecil are brothers who belong to a family of wealthy, but sociopathic murderers for hire. Their father is missing… Continue reading Not Forever, But For Now by Chuck Palahniuk is an absurdist horror satire novel (2.5/5 stars)

Books, Fantasy, Fiction, Folklore, Historical Fiction, Mythology, Novel, Queer, Retelling

House of Odysseus by Claire North is a feminist retelling of Greek mythology, and the second book in The Songs of Penelope trilogy (5/5 stars)

Ashleah

House of OdysseusThe Songs of Penelope, #2by Claire Northnarrated by Catrin Walker-Booth(post may contain affiliate links) House of Odysseus by Claire North is a fantasy with historical fiction elements, and the second book in The Songs of Penelope series. The audiobook is narrated by Catrin Walker-Booth. Orestes and his sister Elektra return to the isle of… Continue reading House of Odysseus by Claire North is a feminist retelling of Greek mythology, and the second book in The Songs of Penelope trilogy (5/5 stars)

Books, Contemporary, Erotic Romance, Fiction, Novella, Romance, Short Story

A mini-trilogy within the Bedlam Butchers MC series is a fun and quick steamy read (3-4/5 stars)

Ashleah

Double TroubleBedlam Butchers, #3by Ruby Dixonnarrated by Hollie Jackson Double DownBedlam Butchers, #4by Ruby Dixonnarrated by Hollie Jackson Double or NothingBedlam Butchers, #5by Ruby Dixonnarrated by Hollie Jackson(post may contain affiliate links) Double Trouble (Bedlam Butchers MC, #3; 4/5 stars) Shy is terrified of her older brother, who's also a snitch in the Bedlam Butchers.… Continue reading A mini-trilogy within the Bedlam Butchers MC series is a fun and quick steamy read (3-4/5 stars)

Books, Contemporary, Fantasy, Fiction, Novel, Paranormal Romance, Romance

How to Fake-Date a Vampire by Linsey Hall is a paranormal rom-com and the second book in the Charming Cove series (3.25/5 stars)

Ashleah

How To Fake Date a VampireCharming Cove, #2by Linsey Hall(post may contain affiliate links) How to Fake-Date a Vampire by Linsey Hall is a paranormal rom-com and the second book in the Charming Cove series. We alternate first-person points-of-view between our two main characters. Emma wants nothing more than to become an Official Witch so she… Continue reading How to Fake-Date a Vampire by Linsey Hall is a paranormal rom-com and the second book in the Charming Cove series (3.25/5 stars)

Asian Author, Books, Debut Author, Fiction, Folklore, Historical Fiction, Literary, Novel, Retelling

Every Rising Sun by Jamila Ahmed is a debut historical literary reimagining of One Thousand and One Nights (3.75/5 stars)

Ashleah

Every Rising Sunby Jamila Ahmednarrated by Sulin Hasso(post may contain affiliate links) Every Rising Sun by Jamila Ahmed is a debut historical literary reimagining of One Thousand and One Nights. The audiobook is narrated by Sulin Hasso. We follow our main character with a first-person point-of-view. Shaherazade is a brilliant young woman, using her wit and political… Continue reading Every Rising Sun by Jamila Ahmed is a debut historical literary reimagining of One Thousand and One Nights (3.75/5 stars)